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Forum: C5 Tech
01-15-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 934
Posted By wallifishrmn

cleaned all contacts on battery & starter;...

cleaned all contacts on battery & starter; charged battery; etc. Checked the voltage when key was turned on---12.3V and waited a couple of seconds before starting. The car started every time. Thanks...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-15-2022, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 934
Posted By wallifishrmn

Delayed start after turning key

2002 z06 and only mods are 1-3 shift bypass and steering lockout bypass. Wondering if this is normal or if something is failing. When I go the start the car and turn key and the ABS,engine light.,...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-15-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 650
Posted By wallifishrmn

Still available $120 plus shipping or make offer....

Still available $120 plus shipping or make offer. Thanks.
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-30-2020, 03:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 650
Posted By wallifishrmn

Brand New 1970-71 Rear Fiberoptic Sub-Assembly

Brand new still in package from Lectric Limited VRH7071FO. Rear fiberoptic sub-assembly for 1970-71 corvette. Ordered 2 by mistake and wouldn't take as a return. Brand new with shipping about $190....
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-28-2018, 11:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,254
Posted By wallifishrmn

Kick panels and compartment doors SOLD. Door...

Kick panels and compartment doors SOLD. Door panel still for sale.
Forum: C3 General
12-27-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,164
Posted By wallifishrmn

Rear Fiber Optic Problem--Which Makes No Sense!!!

What I'm going to say makes no sense but it is what's happening.
When I hit the brakes only the left fiber optic lights up; when I put a bright light on the right tail light--the left fiber optic...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-23-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,254
Posted By wallifishrmn

I thought the comfort weave started in 1970. Did...

I thought the comfort weave started in 1970. Did 1968 have comfort weave???
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-21-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,254
Posted By wallifishrmn

1969 Driver's Door Panel; 1971 Rear compartment door Lids, 1971 Front kick panels

I have a driver's side door panel in good shape (no basket weave) that was black but dyed green--$100; 1971 rear compartment storage lids with 2 buttons but not plastic trim for 2 larger doors and...
Forum: C3 General
12-10-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,244
Posted By wallifishrmn

Fiber Optic Cable Thickness 1971

I am looking at replacing my fiber optic cables from the rear lights in my 71 coupe. Does anyone know what thickness and type of cable was used--going to buy some from Fiber Optic Products but they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-28-2018, 11:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,677
Posted By wallifishrmn

The horn either wouldn't work/went off all the...

The horn either wouldn't work/went off all the time/or started going off at random times. This is a T/T 1971 newly installed steering column. I now add 3 washers and 3 shims so there is no contact...
Forum: C3 General
06-28-2018, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By wallifishrmn

It is the original parts. Just figured out the...

It is the original parts. Just figured out the problem but don't know why it's a problem. The horn contact is touching the center piece of the steering wheel (this is a T/T column) even though I'm...
Forum: C3 General
06-27-2018, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By wallifishrmn

I now have 4 shims under the horn assembly and as...

I now have 4 shims under the horn assembly and as soon as I start to tighten the 3 long bolts the horn starts going off. What gives? I'm obviously doing somethig wrong.
Forum: C3 General
06-27-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,787
Posted By wallifishrmn

what Is Correct Position of 1971 T/T Horn Ring?

This is the metal ring (see picture) that the screws go through for a 1971 Tilt/telescoping steering column.. One picture it is positioned as shown here with the ring down and under the telescoping...
Forum: C3 General
06-27-2018, 04:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,976
Posted By wallifishrmn

This is the metal ring (see picture) that the...

This is the metal ring (see picture) that the screws go through. I one picture it is positioned as shown here with the ring down and under the telescoping ring--in another picture in this thread (the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By wallifishrmn

I'm going to buy four BF Goodrich 245/60/15's...

I'm going to buy four BF Goodrich 245/60/15's today. BFG has a sale and I will save $40. I want to thank all of you for your input and help. I is greatly appreciated. Thank You!!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2018, 02:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By wallifishrmn

Which tire: Mickey Thompson S/T or BF Goodrich...

Which tire: Mickey Thompson S/T or BF Goodrich T/A? MT are about $132/ tire and BFG is about $165/tire (245/60/15). I have been reading about BFG white lettering turning brown, having lots of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By wallifishrmn

Maybe it's best to go with the 245/60/15's all...

Maybe it's best to go with the 245/60/15's all around. My only worry is they're only 26.6 inches high and 225/70 are 27.4---I guess what's another .8 inches. I have a original 9 leaf spring in the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By wallifishrmn

Tim: I have a new original spring in the...

Tim:

I have a new original spring in the rear--how much does it actually settle over time?

Do the 245/60/15 hit anything on full wheel lock?

Not doing 255/60/15 in front because I figured if...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2018, 10:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 772
Posted By wallifishrmn

I Know: Another Tire Size Question

Have a 71 and tried 255/60/15 on the rear and they just clear the EB cable--which I can zip tie to the trailing arm--other then seems to be no clearance issues--but not much clearance. Height 27.1...
Forum: C3 General
05-26-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

Think I'll just completely flush the system and...

Think I'll just completely flush the system and switch to DOT 3. To eliminate any disadvantage I just need to flush the DOT 3 when it gets dirty every 3-5 years. I have SS brake lines so the water...
Forum: C3 General
05-25-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

He replaced the seals and it still leaks. All the...

He replaced the seals and it still leaks. All the brake lines and parts were replaced before installing DOT 5. Any suggestions. Could it be the piston??
Forum: C3 General
05-25-2018, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

I rebuilt them myself about 8 years ago but don't...

I rebuilt them myself about 8 years ago but don't have the car right now. My friend (a mechanic) looked and notice a leak. Here's what he did:I replaced all the seals and dust boots. Still seeping....
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

The other 4 brake calipers (both front) and one...

The other 4 brake calipers (both front) and one rear are fine. I didn't know some seals weren't compatible with DOT 5--is that true???
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

DOT 5 is NOT hydroscopic--doesn't pull in water;...

DOT 5 is NOT hydroscopic--doesn't pull in water; is more stable over a range of temperatures; does NOT take the paint off like DOT 3 if you get it on the car.
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,642
Posted By wallifishrmn

Rebuilt Brake Caliper Leaks--Using Dot 5

Rebuilt the original brake calipers about 7-8 years ago and switched to dot 5. No problems. Now the left rear has started to leak.

Had a mechanic friend check it out to make sure I didn't do...
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